• Summer Yoga

    Summer Yoga
    Fu Dog Garden

    Experience Level: All Levels Enjoy the peaceful, serene atmosphere of Allerton as it provides the perfect setting for Summer Yoga every Tuesday in June, July and August from 9-10 a.m. in the Fu Dog Garden: June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 July 7, 14, 21, 28 Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25 Instructor Josie Heck with […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Lovely Lavender

    Experience Level: Beginner  Enjoy all things lavender and make relaxing lavender products at Lovely Lavender on Wednesday, July 22 from 6-8 p.m. in the Evergreen Lodge.  Instructor Julie Lauper will lead students in a calming lavender workshop. Start with snacking on some lavender bread and lavender ice cream while drinking lavender lemonade, coffee or chai. Then, […]

  • The Farms: Punch Needle Coasters

    Experience Level: Beginner  Try learning a new fiber art at Punch Needle Coasters on Sunday, July 26 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in the The Studio.  Students in this class will learn to design motifs, scale and transfer designs, and set up a tension hoop. Then, students will learn the basics of punch needle to form perfectly […]

  • (SOLD OUT) Fairytale Tea

    You are cordially invited to the merry and magical land of Allerton for a fanciful Fairytale Tea on Sunday, July 26 from 1-3 p.m. in the Mansion. This enchanting afternoon will whisk you away to another time and place as you enjoy a variety of treats and tea*. The elegant Allerton Mansion is the perfect […]

  • SUMMER DAY CAMP: Science Center presented by Busey Bank

    Biology, engineering, weather, chemistry…. Summer Day Camp: Science Center on July 27-31 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. has a little bit of everything! Learning about the ways that science […]

  • Summer Yoga

    Summer Yoga
    Fu Dog Garden

    Experience Level: All Levels Enjoy the peaceful, serene atmosphere of Allerton as it provides the perfect setting for Summer Yoga every Tuesday in June, July and August from 9-10 a.m. in the Fu Dog Garden: June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 July 7, 14, 21, 28 Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25 Instructor Josie Heck with […]

  • The Farms: Black Walnut & Elderflower Cordials

    Experience Level: Beginner  Create tasty cordials to add to your favorite beverage at Black Walnut & Elderflower Cordials on Thursday, July 30 from 5:30-8 p.m. in Evergreen Lodge.  Heidi Leuszler, owner and head chef of Berries and Flour, will introduce students to two plants — Elder (Sambucus canadensis) and Black Walnut (Juglas nigra). The class will discuss […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Floriography Bouquet Workshop

    Experience Level: Beginner  Spend your morning among the flowers at a Floriography Bouquet Workshop on Saturday, Aug. 1 from 10-11:30 a.m. in The Studio. Florist Ava Porter will teach students the basics of floral design using the Victorian language of flowers to create living masterpieces of fresh flowers with special meanings. Students will go home […]

  • The Farms: Beehive Observation

    Experience Level: Beginner Get a first-hand look at how honey bees manage hive activity at Beehive Observation on Sundays, April 12 & 26, May 10 & 24, June 7 & 21, July 5 & 19, Aug. 2, 16 & 30 and Sept. 13 & 27 from 1 to 3 p.m. in The Studio and outside at […]

  • Beehive Observation

    Beehive Observation
    The Studio

    Experience Level: Beginner Get a first-hand look at how honey bees manage hive activity at Beehive Observation on Sundays, April 12 & 26, May 10 & 24, June 7 & 21, July 5 & 19, Aug. 2, 16 & 30 and Sept. 13 & 27 from 1 to 3 p.m. in The Studio and outside […]

  • The Farms: Silent Book Club

    Experience Level: Beginner Need a good place to relax and concentrate on your latest read? Then swing out for our Silent Book Club on selected Mondays* from 5 to 7 p.m. The evening will begin with a brief group discussion of what we are currently reading and to swap recommendations. Then participants will break up […]

  • The Farms: Arboretum Sunset Yoga

    Experience level: All levels Cultivate connection with your body, mind, and nature at Arboretum Sunset Yoga on Mondays, March 30, April 13, May 11, July 6 or August 3 from 7-8 p.m. in the Oak Grove at the Illinois Arboretum (1800 S. Lincoln Ave., Urbana)*. Kristina Reese will lead an all-levels class integrating yoga poses, […]